It’s hard for me to speak of my own development. I’m the one behind the steering wheel, and it is easier to see where the vehicle is going when you are looking at it. For me, it feels like I have been doing the same thing all along. Ashton Eaton Read Quote
Coping with injuries is always difficult for athletes because all we want to do is, basically, to have our best performances unhindered. Ashton Eaton Read Quote
When I was a junior and an up-and-coming athlete, I don’t think I looked to anyone for inspiration. I was so busy trying to improve myself and learning these new events and learning about the decathlon in general that I didn’t really have time to focus on anyone else. Ashton Eaton Read Quote
My mom and I have been through a lot. But when you think about it, whose life is perfect? It is just really good because we did this together. Ashton Eaton Read Quote
I had a dream, my dream came true, and my mom was there for me every step of the way. We didn’t do this for any other reason. I am so happy she is here to experience this with me. This would not be the same if she were not by my side. Ashton Eaton Read Quote
I am actually a huge supporter of the Canadian athletes, and they are all really nice people. Ashton Eaton Read Quote
The only thing I want to think about the moments before a race is competing. I don’t want the little things to distract me. Ashton Eaton Read Quote
I can’t remember when I wasn’t running around doing some sort of a sporting activity. Ashton Eaton Read Quote
When you’re doing any event on an elite level, you’re in tune with your body. Ashton Eaton Read Quote
If somebody wants me to do something I’ve never done, I can do it more easily because of all of the years of sports I’ve played. Ashton Eaton Read Quote
